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PILATES RETREAT, FRANCE
Ongoing

Our Pilates, Yoga and Vegan Food retreats are a balance of strength building, rejuvenation, cleansing, relaxation, and learning. Our wonderful instructors will help you find new inspiration, expand your practice, and have loads of fun on the way.
Based in an old farmhouse with amazing vista views of the French countryside, you will be guided through your Yoga and Pilates practices each day and also have the opportunity to learn how to make the delicious vegan food you are served.
Help yourself from the fruit trees, cool off in the pool, or find a quiet corner to be creative, The Field Retreat is a calm and beautiful haven, surrounded by rolling countryside and amazing skies.
If you want to explore, there is loads to see and do nearby, markets, châteaux, swimming, canoeing, basket weaving, wine tasting, tree adventures, zip-lining and more.
Accommodation is cosy, comfortable, and all of our rooms have a view…
Prices start from 395 Euro.
Go to our site at www.thefieldretreat.eu for a list of dates and more information, or contact Helen at admin@thefieldretreat.eu
It is also possible to rent the space out as a teacher to run your own retreat.

ALL YEAR ROUND PILATES HOLIDAYS IN ANDALUSIA, SPAIN
In the charming coastal town of Conil de la Frontera – A typical white Andalusian town.

• Pick your own dates. From a long weekend to a week or even two.
• Example of cost – 7 nights @ £590
• Suitable for absolute beginners to the more experienced
Come alone or bring a friend. Shared accomodation in light modern twin bedded room. Matwork Pilates each morning with Body Control teacher Karen Stafford followed by delicious brunch of local fresh produce on patio, weather permitting. Modern relaxing Pilates studio within the house. Maximum 4 people ensuring maximum attention.Remainder of the day to do as you please.
Relax on one of the many beautiful beaches just 5 minutes walk away or use the courtesy mini bus to visit the charismatic local town and wander the cobbled lanes full of galleries, gift shops, cafes, restaurants and market of locally grown produce. Group sight seeing trips available to local sights.
Transfers to and from your destination airport.
Why not take some time for yourself.
For all the full details please go to www.pilatesholidayspain.com or email pilatesholidayspain@hotmail.com or telephone 0034 678 567 359.

EXPERIENCE AN ALL INCLUSIVE LUXURY PILATES HOLIDAY, IN ITALY AND SICILY WITH LIFE HOLIDAYS
May – October every year

• We provide bespoke Pilates holidays for small groups of 7/8 guests, using only the best experts in their field to deliver the impeccable holiday experience.
• With no single supplements and private luxury en-suite rooms in stunning Italian Villas, it’s a perfect way to take your Pilates holiday.

A week of Italian sunshine, set amidst olive and lemon trees in the beautiful gardens of our luxury villas, our own private chef producing wonderful meals all with locally sourced ingredients. Pilates everyday, improving your technique,(optional cooking lessons) great wine and wonderful food, fabulous pool and jacuzzi. Time for sightseeing, wine tasting, shopping, relaxing, and sunbathing.
Candice is the owner and principal Pilates teacher and has been a member of Body Control Pilates since 1998.
Our holidays are all inclusive, covering all wine, meals, excursions, wine tasting and airport transfers. So no need to worry about fluctuating currency exchange rates.
To learn more and to watch our latest video please visit our website at www.life-holidays.com

Steeped in myth, Gozo is thought to be the legendary Calypso's Isle of Homer's Odyssey - a peaceful, mystical backwater. Baroque churches and old stone farmhouses dot the countryside. Gozo’s rugged landscape and spectacular coastline await exploration with some of the Mediterranean's best dive sites, historical sites, forts and amazing panoramas, as well as one of the archipelago's best-preserved prehistoric temples, Ġgantija.

Including:
• 7 nights accommodation on full board at Cornucopia Hotel (Single room in main hotel or sharing a bungalow with two bedrooms and two bathrooms)
• 2 Pilates group sessions per day with Lara (12 in total)
• 1 x private Pilates session with Lara
• Excursions to Ggantija Temples, Citadel, Ramla Bay, Marsalforn Salt Pans, Xlendi Bay and Dwejra
• Outdoor swimming, walks in the surrounding country side and great company!

Steeped in myth, Gozo is thought to be the legendary Calypso's Isle of Homer's Odyssey - a peaceful, mystical backwater. Baroque churches and old stone farmhouses dot the countryside. Gozo’s rugged landscape and spectacular coastline await exploration with some of the Mediterranean's best dive sites, historical sites, forts and amazing panoramas, as well as one of the archipelago's best-preserved prehistoric temples, Ġgantija.

Including:
• 7 nights accommodation on half board at Ta' Cenc Hotel and Spa
• Use of the Spa facilities
• 2 Pilates group sessions per day with Lara (12 in total)
• 1 x private Pilates session with Lara
• Outdoor swimming, walks in the surrounding area and great company

This luxury retreat is held at a beautiful 19th Century Chateau surrounded by ancient woodland. Tucked away in the foothills of the Pyrenees in a UNESCO world heritage site, it’s the perfect location to take refuge from the world surrounded by untouched natural beauty.

You’ll take part in restorative Pilates, Yoga and meditation practice, all set under the warm glow of the September sun.

Full board. Shared rooms. Transport NOT included.
You will be housed all inclusive, on a shared room basis in one of our stunning locations. The Vegetarian, organic and super food menu provided has been designed to detoxify the digestive system and heal your body from the inside out. Suitable for beginners to more experienced students, with a maximum of 15 people per retreat you will be assured plenty of individual attention and guidance. Leaving you feeling refreshed and revitalized with increased mental clarity, flexibility and a greater sense of emotional balance and inner peace. Full Payment accepted as confirmation.

Full board. Shared rooms. Transport NOT included.
Working with some of the BEST practitioners in their field our retreats provide a selection of exercise, meditation, workshops and holistic therapies with a detoxifying raw vegan / vegetarian diet as standard. Not only will you be able to immerse yourself into yoga, philosophy and deepen your spiritual practice, our local excursions will awaken you to the discovery of the magic of your surroundings. Suitable for beginners to more experienced students, with a MAXIMUM OF 12 PEOPLE per RETREAT and x2 teachers minimum, you will be assured plenty of individual attention. The price reflects the itinerary so please check with your co-ordinator before booking.

Accomodation
The Yoga House is a stunning traditional Thai-style private villa situated in Thongsla, Koh Phangan. The 3000-sqm property is surrounded by nature, a with its own Yoga Hall, Swimming Pool and only 10 minutes from the stunning beaches.

We offer year round Pilates Retreats for just one or two guests for short breaks or week long holidays at our beautiful rural property overlooking the Taw Valley. The annex is complete with a double bedroom, private large shower room and a luxury lounge with TV, DVD & Freeview and pool table. The lounge is open plan with fully equipped kitchen bar. We offer two hours of Pilates mat and equipment tuition a day in the fully equipped studio on site, either in the mornings or as a morning and late afternoon split. There is no set itinerary to follow, and we hope our visitors will do as much or as little as they want. Time can be spent exploring the national parks and beautiful beaches or just sitting in the gardens reading a book. The gardens are landscaped with terraces, patios and seating areas to relax, with hammocks and swing chairs and a secret woodland walkway. There is an outdoor pizza oven and a wood-fired hot-tub.

Flavours Holidays working in conjunction with highly experienced Body Control Pilates teachers have designed a series of perfect Pilates holidays in Italy. Choose from either a week in Sicily, Tuscany, Puglia or Amalfi. With a maximum group size of 8 guests you be assured of plenty individual attention and classes tailored to your individual needs. As well as daily Pilates lessons, you will also enjoy 2 cookery lessons with a local cook, be taken to explore nearby towns and places of interest. With no single supplement Flavours’ Pilates retreats are the perfect break for everyone to unwind and relax under the Italian sun.

Pilates Spa Days and Weekends at the award winning Thurlestone Hotel, in South Devon with Annita Cole. These retreats are a perfect introduction to Body Control Pilates, suitable for those with no Pilates experience or those wanting to consolidate what they already know, and enjoy exploring their practice once again with a beginners mind. Lots of Pilates, 4-star hotel with fabulous fresh food, a stunning location with superb sea views, coastal path walking and brand new spa facilities.